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Power Latch: Removal

  1. Open the liftgate.
  2. Open the hood, disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
  3. Remove the liftgate trim panel. Refer to INTERIOR/EXTERIOR for the procedure.
  4. Disconnect the power latch electrical connector.
    Fig 1: CS Power Latch Retaining Bolts
    GC0002428Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
    1 - Latch Assembly
    2 - Latch Retaining Bolts
  5. Remove the power latch retaining bolts and remove the latch assembly from the liftgate. See Fig 1.